The stark disparity between Donald Trump and the balances held by his rivals speaks to a broader reality in the presidential race: It’s Trump’s to lose and his rivals have both limited time and limited means to change that.
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Posted inNation / World, News
Havana’s once stately homes crumble as their residents live in fear of an imminent collapse
The housing situation in Cuba is critical, with buildings partially or completely collapsing under the weight of storms, lack of maintenance and years of neglect.
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Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 19
100 Years Ago: 1923 A haul of 75 gallons of high grade alcohol was made on the Poland Spring road yesterday afternoon, by Deputies Leveque, Maloney and Dobbins of the Sheriff’s department. The seizure came about as result of a tip received at the Sheriff’s office concerning the peculiar actions of a party of motorists […]
Posted inDear Abby
Long-distance couple eye future together
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been separated and divorced for two years. A year ago, I met a man through a mutual friend. He was also going through a divorce. We started communicating, fell in love and have been traveling back and forth between Ohio, where he works and lives, and New Jersey, where I am. He […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: Review subscriptions, billings and purchases that aren’t necessary.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Gillian Jacobs, 41; Chris Kattan, 53; Jon Favreau, 57; John Lithgow, 78. Happy Birthday: Take the chance and spotlight what you want and have to say. Being vocal, following through and using your attributes to make a difference will be gratifying and fruitful. Make your opportunities instead of waiting for […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Stark changes with cholesterol and weight occur without effort
DEAR DR. ROACH: I recently had my yearly blood work done. I always check last year’s results against my current results, so I was surprised to see that my total cholesterol levels had dropped from 222 mg/dL to 181 mg/dL, and my triglyceride level dropped from 174 mg/dL to 146 mg/dL. I do not take […]
Posted inSun Spots
Norway rummage sale Oct. 28 to benefit free community Thanksgiving dinner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are you looking for some new-to-you winter clothes, household items, and linens at fantastic prices? Come to the fall rummage sale at St. Catherine of Sienna Church at 32 Paris St. in Norway on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9-11:30 a.m. The $1 bag sale begins at 11 a.m. Please bring your own […]
Posted inConnections
Early voting polling place opens Oct. 23 in Lewiston
In-person early voting is set to begin in Lewiston on Monday, Oct. 23, at Lewiston City Hall, 27 Pine St. Early voting for the Tuesday, Nov. 7, municipal/state election will take place in the first-floor Council Chambers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding weekends, until Thursday, Nov. 2. Lewiston residents may call the City […]
Posted inConnections
Franco Center brings back holiday pie sale
LEWISTON — Head chef John Pulsifer has returned to the Franco Center just in time to bring back the holiday pie sale. The menu lists 37 different pies, all made from scratch, including the standard crust made with vegetable shortening, butter, flour and salt. The pie sale has started, and orders are being taken by […]
Posted inConnections
Turner-area schools qualify for free breakfast, lunch programs
School Administrative District 52 schools qualify for free breakfast and lunch programs. All students enrolled in Turner Primary, Turner Elementary, Greene Central, Leeds Central, Tripp Middle and Leavitt Area High schools may participate in the School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Program at no charge. Household applications may not be required to receive […]